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  • Dr. Jack Russell Weinstein explores the meaning of work, its role in human dignity, and how we should rethink labor, purpose, and income in an era of automation.
  • It's basketball tournament time! For over 100 years, basketball has been a cornerstone of North Dakota's sports scene—uniting players, fans, and entire towns in the pursuit of victory. Join us as we celebrate the history of basketball in the region through Dakota Datebook!
  • Dr. Jack Russell Weinstein explores the meaning of work, while Mike Frohlich shares his Burger Slam win, beer pairings, and upcoming events at Laughing Sun Brewing.
  • Matt reviews "The Apprentice," It is a biopic on Donald Trump’s rise in 1970s-’80s NYC real estate and stars Sebastian Stan, Jeremy Strong. Also, Matt makes Oscar picks.
  • Small towns in North Dakota reached their business and population peak in the 1920s. While cities like Bismarck, Fargo, and Grand Forks continue to grow and draw shoppers from miles around, many small towns have struggled, losing businesses, schools, churches, and their reason for being.
  • On this date in 1916, Wahpeton newspapers reported the arrest of a young couple on charges of fornication. Authorities suspected something far more sinister and began to question them further.
  • On this date in 1918, Frederick Smith was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Eugene and Gladys Smith. He began his career in entertainment at the age of 12, ushering at three neighborhood theaters. After a stint in the US Naval Reserve, Fred became an associate of Al Sheehan’s Inc., a company that produced all types of stage shows.
  • Mary Elizabeth Sabin, of LaMoure, North Dakota, was honored as North Dakota's Oldest Mother on this date in 1932, as part of a national program to find the oldest women living in each state. The program, led by the North Dakota Federation of Women's Clubs, was a project of the George Washington Bicentennial Commission, celebrating the 200th birthday of the first president. The winner from North Dakota would go on to represent the state at the national program in Washington, D.C., competing to be named the oldest mother in the country.
  • Matt Olien reviews Bong Joon-ho's "Mickey 17," starring Robert Pattinson, and previews highlights from the 25th annual Fargo Film Festival.
  • ND Monitor Reporter Mary Steurer shares Dakota Access Pipeline trial insights, Dave Thompson recaps the news, and Matt Olien reviews the sci-fi thriller "Mickey 17."
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